Replace Expired Cleaning Tape Using the Host Application

Use the host-application to remove expired cleaning tapes that are within host-managed storage slots.

1. If the library is partitioned, Assign the Mailslot to a Partition.
2. Move the expired tape into the library mailslot using the host application. Consult your application documentation for instructions.
3. Open the Mailslot, and remove the expired cleaning tape.
4. Dispose of the expired tape promptly, so that expired tapes are not inadvertently reimported and reused.
5. Place a new cleaning tape in the mailslot. Then Close the Mailslot.
6. Import the new cleaning tape into the library using the host application. Consult your application documentation for instructions.